Jury urged to look at ‘blind spots’ during Martin Diaz’s trial
SPOKANE, WASH. — By 4:30 p.m. Monday, a Jury was seated and watching Martin Diaz’s arrest video. The video, showing Diaz’s April 29 arrest in front of his Spokane home, went viral on social media. Following the arrest, Diaz was charged with Assault on a Federal Agent.
Post Falls man sentenced to life in prison for deadly shooting of ex-girlfriend’s boyfriend
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — A man who fatally shot his ex’s boyfriend will spend the rest of his life in prison. Jason M. Rook, 48, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the Feb. 23 killing of 46-year-old Nathan Rogers. Rook also pleaded guilty to first-degree stalking, a felony.
Leisure Concepts: Deck Out Your Showroom Swim Spa
When a new product takes off, it often inspires others to design accessories that enhance it even further. Take swim spas. Their rise in popularity has boosted sales opportunities not just for manufacturers but also for retailers. Still, their height — typically 53 inches or more — creates a challenge: How do buyers...
Automated License Plate Reader Helps Deputies Locate Convicted Felons
SPOKANE - On November 2, 2025, at approximately 9:40 am, a Spokane Regional Emergency Communications (SREC) Officer notified Spokane Valley Deputies of an ALPR Alert regarding a stolen license plate. The alert provided the Washington license plate number, which was stolen from a Honda CR-V, but the picture showed it...
The Heart of Spokane’s Economy
It’s no secret that Spokane’s largest industry is health care. Health care and social assistance jobs in Spokane County have grown by 12% over the last five years, and at 50,418 total jobs, sits 36% above the national average for an area our size. About 1-in-5 people work in health care in Spokane.
Spokane Medical Student Balances Neurosurgery Research, Exams, and Ironman Achievement
In September 2025, Erik B. Philipson, a second-year student at WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, presented research at the Congress of Neurological Surgeons Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. After his presentations, he returned to Spokane to take a medical school exam before traveling to California to participate...
Where Spokane County Residents Can Find Food Assistance and Local Meal Services
Residents of Spokane County have several options for food assistance. These include government programs, local food banks, and community meal services. For updates on SNAP benefits in Washington, individuals can visit the Department of Social and Health Services website at DSHS.wa.gov. Washington Connection also...
Spokane County invites community members to join ‘Operation Green Light for Veterans’
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. – Spokane County invited its citizens to display a green light in the windows of their homes and businesses as a part of “Operation Green Light for Veterans” to show support for veterans and their families. As a part of Operation Green Light for...
Wick leads in Spokane Valley City Council Position 4 race against Williams
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- As the first round of votes are tallied, Spokane Valley City Council is on track to have Ben Wick continue serving as the council's Position 4 seat.
Airway Heights police officer injured in traffic control crash
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash -- An Airway Heights police officer was injured while conducting traffic control Monday night.
